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'A little bit of home': Michigan university allows pets in dorms in unique housing program

A dorm for students and their pets opened at Ferris State University in Michigan to appeal to students who don't want to leave their furry partners.

 

'Death of the mall is widely exaggerated': Shopping malls see resurgence post-COVID, report shows

Some shopping malls and shopping centers have seen a resurgence in customer traffic, as well as retail occupancy, a new report suggests.

 

Not so eco-friendly? Paper straws contain more 'forever chemicals' than plastic, study says

A new study found 90% of paper straws tested contained forever chemicals, or PFAS, compared to 75% of plastic straws

 

Will incoming Oregon rain be enough to quell roaring wildfires?

Two weather systems of rainfall are expected to hit Western Oregon this week, potentially slowing down the state's raging wildfires.

 

Salem woman dead after single-vehicle crash on Highway 101

Police have identified the woman who died Thursday in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 101.

 

McKenzie Highway 242 closed, massive land closure issued due to four wildfires

One of Oregon's most scenic highways was closed, and a massive area for recreation was shut down in the McKenzie and Three Sisters area.

 

Netflix ending its DVD mail service could mean free discs for subscribers: What to know

Netflix subscribers who still receive DVDs in the mail can get some free discs as the streaming giant winds down its mail-delivery service next month.

 

Arizona State football self-imposes bowl ban this season for alleged recruiting violations

Ban comes amid NCAA investigation into alleged violations that occurred under former coach Herm Edwards in 2020.

 

552,000 Oregonians have student debt. State offers help

Oregon has released its first analysis of student loan debt, and recommendations for how the governor and Legislature could help lighten the burden.

 

Hyundai, Volkswagen, BMW and Honda among 40,000 vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here

Hyundai, Volkswagen, BMW and Honda are among 40,000 vehicles recently recalled. Check here for car recalls this past week.

 

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